Rebirth: CEO's Sweetheart Reaches the Life Pinnacle!-Chapter 180 - 177 Shall We Go to Bali?

The cleansing cream, facial wash, toner, lotion, essence, cream, BB cream, oxygen masks, and so on, used in the store were all specially developed and produced by Mo Si Company, infused with special ingredients. Li Si was confident that their effects would certainly surpass those of other beauty salons. frёewebnoѵel.ƈo๓

At the end of the year, they recruited eighteen young women with experience as beauticians, and they officially started work on the eighth day of the new lunar year.

They specifically hired a professional beautician, Gu Yue, with many years of experience to conduct some initial professional training: whether the cleansing process was thorough, whether massage techniques were comfortable enough to make people want to return, and whether skin types were being accurately assessed, among other things.

These measures were to avoid making mistakes when recommending products to clients, as such errors could harm both parties and end poorly. They also taught some sales techniques, like how to naturally recommend products or membership cards while performing skincare services for clients.

For now, they planned to start with simple services like skin care, whitening, freckle removal, and weight loss, gradually expanding into other services over time.

Su Meng seemed to be brimming with determination. Observing this, Li Si refrained from offering her any deep advice. After all, Su Meng’s drive was ultimately beneficial to both of them.

As the soft opening neared, Li Si also faced the start of her school term. Once everything was running smoothly, she figured she would just check in occasionally. As her thoughts wandered, Long Wu and Leng Mochen entered together.

"You’re here?" Li Si greeted them warmly, giving Long Wu a subtle look. Over the past few days, Su Meng had been avoiding him, and even when she came over to Li Si’s home, she rarely gave him a chance to talk privately, sticking closely to Li Si instead.

Long Wu, adopting a serious demeanor, walked over to Su Meng and said earnestly, "Su Meng, I’d like to talk to you."

Su Meng froze momentarily. It had been a long time since Long Wu had spoken to her so seriously. Recently, he had been mostly trying to please her, treading lightly. This sudden change caught her off guard, and she wasn’t used to it.

"Alright, here?" she asked, glancing hesitantly at Leng Mochen and Li Si behind her.

Long Wu suggested, "Let’s go outside." Su Meng nodded, said goodbye to Li Si, and followed Long Wu out.

Watching their departing figures, Li Si felt a bit worried and murmured softly, "Mochen, do you think they’ll work things out?"

Leng Mochen draped an arm around her shoulders, saying, "Why bother worrying about them? Have you missed me these past few days?" Originally, he had planned to spend some quality time with her during the New Year holiday, but as luck would have it, their plans were constantly disrupted by a third wheel.

"Of course, I’ve missed you! But with the soft opening coming up, there’s just so much to do!" Li Si scratched her head. When her private kitchen restaurant opened last time, she hadn’t put in much effort, leaving most of it to Meng Hao.

This time, it felt like her first true venture, and since she had been so invested emotionally, taking care of everything herself proved to be exhausting.

"Don’t worry about it! How’s your driving coming along?" Leng Mochen said while pulling her closer and giving her cheek a playful pinch.

"Much better. I drove Su Meng here today, and I wasn’t even that nervous!" After a few days of practice, she had become much more confident, unlike how tense she was the first time she got behind the wheel.

"How about we go on a trip abroad after our engagement?" He smiled mysteriously. Seeing how much she had been looking forward to traveling abroad recently, he had secretly started making plans.

Curious, Li Si asked, "Where to? The soft opening is coming up soon. Can we really go?" Deep down, she wanted to go, knowing that this period was one of the rare times she could spare.

"Leave everything to them. Your time belongs to me!" Leng Mochen said domineeringly.

Li Si thought for a moment before shaking her head. "We’re getting engaged on the 14th, and the soft opening is on the 25th. That leaves just ten days. Where could we possibly go? Let’s wait for our honeymoon after the wedding, okay?"

Although she wanted to travel, everything seemed too rushed, and she couldn’t bring herself to completely let go of her responsibilities now.

"We can plan a short trip somewhere now and save the longer ones for after the wedding. Where do you want to go?"

"I really want to..." She pondered deeply, not wanting to dampen his enthusiasm. Then she remembered her favorite Korean drama, *The Story of Bali*, which she had watched seven times. Though the ending was heartbreakingly tragic, she had always fantasized about traveling to Bali with someone she loved.

"Bali! Can we go to Bali?"

"Of course!" Seeing the hopeful curve of her lashes, he couldn’t resist his habitual gesture of pinching her cheek.

"Ouch! That hurt! You bully! Why are you so rough? One of these days, if my face gets bigger, it’ll all be your fault!" She rubbed her sore cheek, protesting loudly.

Her protests only earned her a kiss on the lips, silencing her. Meanwhile, her heart screamed in joy: Bali, here I come!

On the other side, however, the atmosphere between Long Wu and Su Meng was far less cheerful.

The two sat across from each other, with two large strawberry sundaes on the table between them.

Long Wu looked at the silent Su Meng and finally opened his mouth: "Meng Meng, do you remember this place? We used to come here all the time. You used to love the strawberry sundaes here."

Su Meng agreeing to come out today had stirred a sliver of hope in him. Bringing her here was an attempt to evoke some of her old memories.

But Su Meng looked at him coldly and replied, "I don’t like this anymore. Why did you ask me to come out today? Just say it."

Long Wu’s breathing hitched momentarily. "I wanted to explain the misunderstanding between us back then!"

"Alright, I’m listening. Go ahead."

Su Meng sat coldly with her arms crossed, not even glancing at the sundae in front of her. She had long since passed the stage of being a simple, dreamy girl. Strawberry-flavored? How childish!

Unfortunately, life had crushed her too many times. Gone were the days of wearing princess dresses and enjoying ice cream. Everything was in the past. Her reason for coming today was to finally end this Chapter.

Long Wu coughed nervously, choosing his words carefully, "What happened back then was a misunderstanding. I admit I was partly at fault, but the child in that woman’s belly truly wasn’t mine. After you disappeared, I investigated everything and gave her the harshest punishment. Also..."

"Stop! Don’t say anything more, Long Wensong. If you brought me here just to rehash this, I suggest you stop talking!" Su Meng cut him off sharply, her voice firm and unyielding.

"Meng Meng, please don’t get upset. Can you just hear me out?" Long Wu’s face was full of pleading. This was the girl he had loved, the one who had suffered so much because of him. Guilt weighed heavily on his heart, and he wanted to make things right—to redeem himself. But she refused to give him even the slightest chance.

"I’ve already forgotten everything that happened, and I hope you won’t bring it up again. I know you feel guilty, but there’s no need! If you really want what’s best for me, please don’t bother me anymore. Just let me live the rest of my life in peace, okay?"

After finishing her impassioned words, Su Meng stood up and ran out. No matter what he said now, it wouldn’t change anything. Could apologies or explanations erase the pain she had endured?

Long Wu stopped in his tracks, unable to follow her, his face filled with melancholy and regret. Was this the moment they truly parted ways forever...? (To be continued. If you enjoyed this story, please visit Qidian (qidian.com) to cast your recommendation or monthly vote. Your support is my greatest motivation. Mobile readers, please visit m.qidian.com.)

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